How To Fix ID_WT152 - Tax code not available with specified Tax Type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ID_WT - International Development - Withholding Tax Reporting Tool

• Message number: 152

• Message text: Tax code not available with specified Tax Type

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ID_WT152 - Tax code not available with specified Tax Type ?

  The SAP error message ID_WT152 indicates that a specified tax code is not available for the given tax type in the system. This error typically arises during transactions that involve tax calculations, such as invoicing or posting financial documents.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Tax Code: The tax code you are trying to use is not defined in the system for the specified tax type.
  Incorrect Configuration: The tax code may not be properly configured in the tax determination settings.
  Inactive Tax Code: The tax code might be inactive or not valid for the current period.
  Tax Type Mismatch: The tax type specified in the transaction does not match the tax type associated with the tax code.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Tax Code Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OBYZ (or use the path: SPRO > Financial Accounting > Tax on Sales/Purchases > Basic Settings > Check Tax Codes).
  Verify that the tax code you are trying to use is defined for the relevant tax type.
  
  
  
  Define Tax Code:
  
  If the tax code is missing, you may need to create it. Use transaction code FTXP to define a new tax code and ensure it is linked to the correct tax type.
  
  
  
  Check Validity:
  
  Ensure that the tax code is active and valid for the current fiscal year and period. You can check this in the same configuration area.
  
  
  
  Review Tax Type:
  
  Confirm that the tax type used in your transaction matches the tax type associated with the tax code. This can be checked in the tax code configuration.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for any specific configurations or updates that may be required.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OBYZ: Configuration for tax codes.
  FTXP: Create or change tax codes.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to tax codes and configurations.
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify tax code settings.
  
  
  Consulting with Finance Team: It may be beneficial to involve your finance or accounting team to ensure that the tax codes align with legal and compliance requirements.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ID_WT152 error and ensure that the correct tax codes are available for your transactions.